What is the Spanish word for "coax"?

Learn how to say "coax" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

coax

Spanish

convencer

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Alternative translations of "coax"

persuadir
sobornar
engatusar

Examples of how to use "coax" in Spanish

English
I had to coax the shy cat out from under the bed.
Spanish
Tuve que convencer al gato tímido para que saliera de debajo de la cama.
English
I coax the cat onto my lap.
Spanish
Coaxo al gato para que suba a mi regazo.
English
She coaxed the child to try vegetables.
Spanish
Ella persuadió al niño para que probara las verduras.
English
They are coaxing the kitten out now.
Spanish
Están intentando sacar al gatito ahora.
English
He has coaxed a smile from her.
Spanish
Él ha logrado sacarle una sonrisa.

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